Chris Evans is proving he’s a superhero son.
The Captain America star was noticeably absent on the red carpet at the Cannes Film Festival in France May 23, where his upcoming comedy Honey Don’t! had its world premiere. However, he later shared that he missed the event to help his mom Lisa Capuano Evans ring in a special milestone.
“I wish I could’ve been with my incredible cast and filmmakers at Cannes, but it was my mother’s 70th birthday and there are some things you just can’t miss,” Chris wrote in a post on his Instagram Stories May 25. “Congrats everyone!!”
In his absence, the 43-year-old’s costars Margaret Qualley, Charlie Day and Aubrey Plaza were on hand to represent the film at the premiere, along with director Ethan Coen. The outing was particularly notable for Aubrey, as it marked her first red carpet appearance since her husband Jeff Baena’s tragic death in January.
As for Chris, who wed Alba Baptista in September 2023, he’s previously spoken fondly of his close-knit family dynamic.
“I have a deep connection with my family and the value of those bonds,” he told Esquire in 2017. “I’ve always loved stories about people who put their families before themselves. It’s such a noble endeavor.”
The actor went on to note that unlike close friendships, “You can’t choose your family.”
“If something goes south with a friend, you have the option to say we’re not friends anymore,” he continued. “Your family—that’s your family. Trying to make that system work and trying to make it not just functional but actually enjoyable is a really challenging endeavor, and that’s certainly how it is with my family.”
Which might explain why he’s looking forward to starting a family of his own.
“Yeah, absolutely,” he told Access Hollywood in November. “The title of dad is an exciting one.”
For more on Chris and Alba’s romance, keep reading.
September 2023: Just Married!
The two tied the knot in an intimate Massachusetts ceremony.
April 2023: Almost Red Carpet Official
Both actors attended the premiere of Chris’ new film Ghosted…
Separate Arrivals
…but did not pose for photos together.
February 2023: Happy Valentine’s Day
In February 2023, the Avengers actor posted a series of pictures and videos of himself and Alba in honor of Valentine’s Day. The two were seen hiking, kissing, traveling, carving pumpkins, and playing with Dodger.
January 2023: Instagram Official
Chris made his relationship with Alba Instagram official by posting a video montage of the two in 2023.
November 2022: The Start of Their Love Story
The Marvel actor and the Warrior Nun star began dating in mid-2021, according to multiple reports. But rumors of their romance didn’t surface until the following November, when they were spotted walking together in New York City.
